Application Development Program Manager

As the Application Development Program Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and successful delivery of multiple complex application development projects and programs. Your role will require a strong blend of technical understanding, program management expertise, and leadership skills to drive cross-functional teams and ensure alignment with strategic business objectives. - Lead and manage the entire lifecycle of application development programs, from initiation to closure, ensuring adherence to scope, budget, and timeline. - Work closely with product owners, business stakeholders, and technical leads to define program scope, objectives, and deliverables that align with the organization's strategic goals. - Develop comprehensive program plans, including detailed schedules, resource allocation, risk management strategies, and communication plans. Oversee the execution of project tasks, ensuring timely completion and quality. - Foster a collaborative and high-performing environment. Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to project managers and development teams within the program. - Establish and maintain strong relationships with all key stakeholders, providing regular updates on program status, risks, and challenges. Facilitate effective communication across teams and departments. - Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate program risks and issues. Develop contingency plans and escalate critical concerns to senior management when necessary. - Ensure that development processes adhere to best practices and standards, leading to high-quality, scalable, and maintainable applications. - Continuously evaluate and improve program management processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. - Manage program budgets, track expenditures, and ensure financial targets are met. - If applicable, manage relationships with third-party vendors and contractors involved in the program. **Qualifications:** - Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree preferred. - Experience: - 12 years of experience in program management, with a significant focus on application development or software engineering. - Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale, complex software projects or programs. - Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP), Program Management Professional (PgMP), Agile certifications (e.g., CSM, SAFe) are highly desirable. **Required Skills:** - Strong understanding of program and project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, Hybrid). - Solid understanding of software development lifecycles (SDLC), modern development technologies, architectures (e.g., microservices, cloud-native), and best practices (e.g., DevOps, CI/CD). - Excellent leadership, negotiation, interpersonal, and communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to influence and motivate diverse teams. - Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail. - Proficient in identifying, assessing, and mitigating program risks. - Demonstrated ability to manage expectations and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including senior executives. - Experience with project management software (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, Asana, Monday.com) and collaboration tools. **Preferred Skills:** - Experience with financial services industry or similar regulated environments. - Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP). - Experience with data analytics and reporting for program performance.,